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Time of India
10-07-2025
- Health
- Time of India
Caregiving for spl children often wears out mothers: Study
Rourkela: Continuous caregiving demands on parents looking after children with development disabilities takes a significant physical and emotional toll on the caregiver. According to a study by researchers of National Institute of Technology, Rourkela (NITR), continuous caregiving often results in severe physical symptoms, particularly among mothers, who shoulder majority of caregiving responsibilities. Common ailments include headaches, ulcers, chronic pain and fatigue. The research, published in the Asia Pacific Journal of Social Work and Development in June, surveyed 400 parents of children with conditions, including autism, ADHD, cerebral palsy and multiple disabilities. The study was led by Dr. Ramakrishna Biswal, associate professor in the department of humanities & social sciences, along with senior research scholar Abhijit Pathak. "Disability rights are acknowledged, yet caregivers' contributions often remain in the shadows. Caring for a child with development disabilities should be a shared responsibility of family, neighbours, and society," said Dr. Biswal. The study, which employed culturally adapted tools and advanced statistical techniques, found that these challenges are particularly acute in India, where social stigma and limited access to specialised care compound the difficulties faced by caregivers. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like 5 Books Warren Buffett Wants You to Read In 2025 Blinkist: Warren Buffett's Reading List Undo Based on their findings, the researchers recommend integration of caregiver health screening into paediatric disability services and establishment of community-based "one-stop" support centres. They also suggested implementation of comprehensive stress management programmes and enhanced access to medical, mental health, and financial support services. The research team utilised the biopsychosocial model to analyse how physical, psychological, and social factors interact to affect caregivers' overall well-being.
Time of India
24-05-2025
- Health
- Time of India
NIT-R develops biosensor for early detection of breast cancer
1 2 Rourkela: In a significant breakthrough, researchers at the National Institute of Technology, Rourkela (NITR) have developed a bio-sensor capable of detecting and distinguishing between cancerous and healthy breast cells. The research team led by Prof. Prasanna Kumar Sahu from the department of electrical engineering and his scholar Priyanka Karmakar, has published their findings in the prestigious Microsystem Technologies journal. The new technology utilises a tunnel field effect transistor (TFET)-based biosensor that detects cancer cells by measuring their dielectric properties. "Cancer cells like T47D have a higher dielectric constant than healthy ones like MCF-10A. The sensor picks up these differences quickly and with high precision," said Prof. Sahu. The biosensor features a small cavity etched into the transistor under the gate area, where biological samples are placed for analysis. The device then measures changes in electrical signals to determine whether cells are cancerous or healthy. This development comes at a crucial time when India has witnessed a significant rise in breast cancer cases over the past few decades. by Taboola by Taboola Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Giao dịch vàng CFDs với mức chênh lệch giá thấp nhất IC Markets Đăng ký Undo While conventional diagnostic methods like X-ray, mammography, and MRI exist, they require specialised equipment and trained personnel, making them inaccessible to many, particularly in remote areas. The TFET-based biosensor offers several advantages over traditional testing methods. While there is no requirement for additional chemicals or labels, it has higher sensitivity in detecting cancer cells. It would be more affordable than conventional testing methods and has the potential for use in mobile testing units and home settings. The research team is currently seeking collaborations for fabrication and scientific validation of technology, which could revolutionise early breast cancer detection in clinical and home settings, they said. Get the latest lifestyle updates on Times of India, along with Brother's Day wishes , messages and quotes !
